Shippey's classic work, now revised in paperback, explores J.R.R. Tolkien's creativity and the sources of his inspiration. Shippey shows in detail how Tolkien's professional background led him to write "The Hobbit" and how he created a timeless charm for millions of readers.
Language
English
Pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Release
June 24, 2003
ISBN
0618257608
ISBN 13
9780618257607
The Road to Middle-Earth: How J.R.R. Tolkien Created A New Mythology
Shippey's classic work, now revised in paperback, explores J.R.R. Tolkien's creativity and the sources of his inspiration. Shippey shows in detail how Tolkien's professional background led him to write "The Hobbit" and how he created a timeless charm for millions of readers.